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Students’ Problems on Writing Descriptive Text Ashari, Erwin; Putri, Asa Ismita; Shalehoddin, Shalehoddin
LINGUISTIK TERAPAN Vol. 21 No. 1 (2024): LINGUISTIK TERAPAN
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/lt.v21i1.64875

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The objectives of this researcher was to know the students’ problems in writing descriptive text at first grade of MAN 2 Batam in academic year 2022/2023. This research was descriptive qualitative method. In collecting the data, the researcher did some steps. Researchers preparing the research instrument and giving the test to the students. The data was collected on July at first grade of MAN 2 Batam in academic year 2022/2023. As the subject the researcher took of 33 students. To collect the data, the instrument of this research is test. In analyzing data of the result, the researcher used descriptive analysis. The result of this this research showed the percentage of students’ problems in aspect of organization (18%), content (17%), grammar (18%), mechanics (24%), and vocabulary (23%). Based on the result of the research, it is suggested that the first-grade students of MAN 2 Batam should be given more explanation and exercise in writing descriptive text.
English Language Acquisition (ELA) Among Pelindo Employees: Analysis of English Acquisition for Business Communication in The Workplace Windari, Devi; Ashari, Erwin; Ainun, Nur
LINGUISTIK TERAPAN Vol. 21 No. 2 (2024): LINGUISTIK TERAPAN
Publisher : Universitas Negeri Medan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24114/lt.v21i2.64882

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This study examines Business English acquisition patterns among employees at Pelindo, Indonesia's largest port operator, focusing on workplace communication challenges in an increasingly globalized maritime industry. Through qualitative case study methodology, the research surveyed 50 employees across various divisions using a mixed-method questionnaire combining Likert-scale assessments and open-ended responses. Results indicate high employee motivation for Business English acquisition (mean 3.50) driven by professional demands, yet reveal significant challenges in legal terminology comprehension (mean 2.95) and complex business document creation (mean 3.20). The study found that technology integration in learning processes (mean 3.80) and case-study approaches (mean 3.50) significantly enhance Business English acquisition effectiveness. These findings contribute to understanding specialized language acquisition in state-owned enterprises, particularly in maritime logistics contexts, and suggest the need for integrated learning approaches combining formal instruction with authentic business communication practice. The research implications are particularly relevant for developing targeted language training programs in international port operations contexts.